Best redemption for the free Chase night certificate
Apr 11, 2018, 6:51 am
#2
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Madison, WI
Programs: Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 973
There's a few places that have looked at this online:
https://milecards.com/1588434708/10-...t-certificate/
https://www.doctorofcredit.com/best-...-category-1-4/
https://awardwallet.com/blog/best-ca...-certificates/
https://milecards.com/1588434708/10-...t-certificate/
https://www.doctorofcredit.com/best-...-category-1-4/
https://awardwallet.com/blog/best-ca...-certificates/
Apr 11, 2018, 6:52 am
#3
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Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Barcelona, London, on a plane
Programs: BA Silver, TK E+, AA PP, Hyatt Globalist, Marriott LT Plat, Hilton Diamond
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Completely irrelevant. I'm sure you could figure out the most expensive Cat. 4 in the world, but if it happens to be in Hong Kong you'll spend a fortune getting there. And if you're planning on staying extra nights, you don't want those to be expensive...
Just pick a Cat 3 or 4 that receives decent reviews in a place you'd like to visit. Andaz Savannah comes to mind, or the Andaz Papagayo in Costa Rica...
Just pick a Cat 3 or 4 that receives decent reviews in a place you'd like to visit. Andaz Savannah comes to mind, or the Andaz Papagayo in Costa Rica...
Apr 11, 2018, 7:54 am
#4
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Stilllwater OK (SWO)
Programs: AAdvantage ExecPlat, World of Hyatt Globalist, plain "member" of Marriott, IHG, enterprise, etc.
Posts: 1,848
Whenever I get my free night, I incorporate them for the best value in my planned travel, and don't necessarily plan travel around them. Going out of your way to use a Cat1-4 will cost more than any extra value gain.
There are quite a few decently expensive Cat 4s, but it seems a bit too often for coincidence that when they do get expensive, the don't allow award bookings anyways in my experience.
(I give the same opinion about the travel bloggers that raved last summer about the 2-free cat1-7 as such a great deal with the cc signup, and better than the 40,000 points, because you could use them at PH Maldives -- That's great if you are already planning on forking thousands in travel costs and 1-2 days towards making your way to the other side of the globe, but for most people, the 40,000 points offerred a more realistic better redemption)
There are quite a few decently expensive Cat 4s, but it seems a bit too often for coincidence that when they do get expensive, the don't allow award bookings anyways in my experience.
(I give the same opinion about the travel bloggers that raved last summer about the 2-free cat1-7 as such a great deal with the cc signup, and better than the 40,000 points, because you could use them at PH Maldives -- That's great if you are already planning on forking thousands in travel costs and 1-2 days towards making your way to the other side of the globe, but for most people, the 40,000 points offerred a more realistic better redemption)
Apr 11, 2018, 8:17 am
#5
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: NYC
Programs: DL Platinum, AA Plat Pro, Bonvoy Lifetime Platinum, JetBlue Mosaic 3, Amtrak Select
Posts: 966
This is a very YMMV question, but for myself, I've used the certificate for the HR Boston for the past 3 years. I've often got a ~300 value from it, but this year I booked it for late July where rooms were going for 600/night.
If I didn't use it at the HR Boston, I'd most likely use it for the new HR Amsterdam
If I didn't use it at the HR Boston, I'd most likely use it for the new HR Amsterdam
Apr 11, 2018, 9:15 am
#6
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Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: TPA
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Completely irrelevant. I'm sure you could figure out the most expensive Cat. 4 in the world, but if it happens to be in Hong Kong you'll spend a fortune getting there. And if you're planning on staying extra nights, you don't want those to be expensive...
Just pick a Cat 3 or 4 that receives decent reviews in a place you'd like to visit. Andaz Savannah comes to mind, or the Andaz Papagayo in Costa Rica...
Just pick a Cat 3 or 4 that receives decent reviews in a place you'd like to visit. Andaz Savannah comes to mind, or the Andaz Papagayo in Costa Rica...
Apr 11, 2018, 9:15 am
#7
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Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: TPA
Programs: British, United,SW, Delta,Iberia,KLM, Qatar, IHG, Hilton, Marriott, Starwood, Radisson, Wyndham,
Posts: 255
This is a very YMMV question, but for myself, I've used the certificate for the HR Boston for the past 3 years. I've often got a ~300 value from it, but this year I booked it for late July where rooms were going for 600/night.
If I didn't use it at the HR Boston, I'd most likely use it for the new HR Amsterdam
If I didn't use it at the HR Boston, I'd most likely use it for the new HR Amsterdam
Apr 11, 2018, 9:16 am
#8
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Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: TPA
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Posts: 255
There's a few places that have looked at this online:
https://milecards.com/1588434708/10-...t-certificate/
https://www.doctorofcredit.com/best-...-category-1-4/
https://awardwallet.com/blog/best-ca...-certificates/
https://milecards.com/1588434708/10-...t-certificate/
https://www.doctorofcredit.com/best-...-category-1-4/
https://awardwallet.com/blog/best-ca...-certificates/
Apr 11, 2018, 9:18 am
#9
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Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: TPA
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Posts: 255
Whenever I get my free night, I incorporate them for the best value in my planned travel, and don't necessarily plan travel around them. Going out of your way to use a Cat1-4 will cost more than any extra value gain.
There are quite a few decently expensive Cat 4s, but it seems a bit too often for coincidence that when they do get expensive, the don't allow award bookings anyways in my experience.
(I give the same opinion about the travel bloggers that raved last summer about the 2-free cat1-7 as such a great deal with the cc signup, and better than the 40,000 points, because you could use them at PH Maldives -- That's great if you are already planning on forking thousands in travel costs and 1-2 days towards making your way to the other side of the globe, but for most people, the 40,000 points offerred a more realistic better redemption)
There are quite a few decently expensive Cat 4s, but it seems a bit too often for coincidence that when they do get expensive, the don't allow award bookings anyways in my experience.
(I give the same opinion about the travel bloggers that raved last summer about the 2-free cat1-7 as such a great deal with the cc signup, and better than the 40,000 points, because you could use them at PH Maldives -- That's great if you are already planning on forking thousands in travel costs and 1-2 days towards making your way to the other side of the globe, but for most people, the 40,000 points offerred a more realistic better redemption)
Apr 11, 2018, 9:44 am
#10
Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: Thousand Oaks, Ca., USA
Programs: AA Lifetime Plat; Bonvoy Titanium Lifetime Elite;Hyatt Globalist; HHonors Diamond; United Silver
Posts: 8,314
I’ve used them at
Park Hyatt Saigon
Park Hyatt Saigon
Andaz Papagayo
Hyatt Coconut Pointe
Hyatt Sarasota (cat 3, not as nice as the others)Grand Hyatt Incheon
Also worth considering are Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress and the Hyatt Centric Fisherman’s wharf (I’ve stayed at the grand cypress a bit, great choice if you are in Orlando)Many more great options in Asia (Goa, Siem Reap)As I have two per year I do incorporate them into my vacation planning. Sometimes are used him for a one night stay by you to airport (it was great in Incheon for that purpose).
Hyatt Coconut Pointe
Hyatt Sarasota (cat 3, not as nice as the others)Grand Hyatt Incheon
Also worth considering are Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress and the Hyatt Centric Fisherman’s wharf (I’ve stayed at the grand cypress a bit, great choice if you are in Orlando)Many more great options in Asia (Goa, Siem Reap)As I have two per year I do incorporate them into my vacation planning. Sometimes are used him for a one night stay by you to airport (it was great in Incheon for that purpose).
Last edited by beachfan; Apr 11, 2018 at 9:50 am
Apr 11, 2018, 10:06 am
#11
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Madison, WI
Programs: Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 973
I love HR Coconut Pointe. It's a great value, nice hotel, they just put in a new pool complex. Plus they have a ferry to a private-ish island. They have an above-average lounge. And, if you have TSU it's a a really nice suite (1 bedroom + 1 living room).
Late february and into Spring Break time, this is easily $400/nt.
HR Paris Etoile has completely transformed from a dump to a nice hotel. It's in a very convenient location for accessing metro (you can access without going outside). It's outside, and all downhill from Etoile to Arc de Triomphe down to the Champs-Elysees. The base rooms are small, but well designed. And also a very generous lounge.
Mid-June, these rooms are $400+/nt.
Hyatt Olive 8 (Seattle). Very nice, new-ish hotel. Great location in Seattle, walkable to everywhere. No lounge, but a FANTASTIC breakfast for Globalist.
Random day in June is $450+. And once you add in parking, easily $500+
Grand Hyatt Denver. I like the hotel. It's not amazing, but it's got a very solid lounge, and I've had very good success being upgraded. Very good location in downtown Denver.
Random day in July is $300+. It's actually only a Category 3!
Hyatt Regency Chicago. It isn't a great hotel, BUT it is a great location on the river in downtown Chicago. I love staying downtown to go to the Air & Water show (mid-August). Don't have to deal with driving/traffic, just walk to the lake front.
Typically runs $250. Plus parking (normally $70) is free.
Late february and into Spring Break time, this is easily $400/nt.
HR Paris Etoile has completely transformed from a dump to a nice hotel. It's in a very convenient location for accessing metro (you can access without going outside). It's outside, and all downhill from Etoile to Arc de Triomphe down to the Champs-Elysees. The base rooms are small, but well designed. And also a very generous lounge.
Mid-June, these rooms are $400+/nt.
Hyatt Olive 8 (Seattle). Very nice, new-ish hotel. Great location in Seattle, walkable to everywhere. No lounge, but a FANTASTIC breakfast for Globalist.
Random day in June is $450+. And once you add in parking, easily $500+
Grand Hyatt Denver. I like the hotel. It's not amazing, but it's got a very solid lounge, and I've had very good success being upgraded. Very good location in downtown Denver.
Random day in July is $300+. It's actually only a Category 3!
Hyatt Regency Chicago. It isn't a great hotel, BUT it is a great location on the river in downtown Chicago. I love staying downtown to go to the Air & Water show (mid-August). Don't have to deal with driving/traffic, just walk to the lake front.
Typically runs $250. Plus parking (normally $70) is free.
Apr 11, 2018, 10:34 am
#12
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,161
The New Orleans properties can be excellent values, with rates above $400/night and very high parking rates if you need to park. Hyatt Centric is in the best possible location....
The Austin H.R. is also a gorgeous hotel is a great location where rates can be quite high. If you are a Globalist or even Explorist, HR Austin offers very nice upgrades.
The Austin H.R. is also a gorgeous hotel is a great location where rates can be quite high. If you are a Globalist or even Explorist, HR Austin offers very nice upgrades.
Apr 11, 2018, 10:48 am
#13
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Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: TPA
Programs: British, United,SW, Delta,Iberia,KLM, Qatar, IHG, Hilton, Marriott, Starwood, Radisson, Wyndham,
Posts: 255
I’ve used them at
Park Hyatt Saigon
Park Hyatt Saigon
Andaz Papagayo
Hyatt Coconut Pointe
Hyatt Sarasota (cat 3, not as nice as the others)Grand Hyatt Incheon
Also worth considering are Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress and the Hyatt Centric Fisherman’s wharf (I’ve stayed at the grand cypress a bit, great choice if you are in Orlando)Many more great options in Asia (Goa, Siem Reap)As I have two per year I do incorporate them into my vacation planning. Sometimes are used him for a one night stay by you to airport (it was great in Incheon for that purpose).
Hyatt Coconut Pointe
Hyatt Sarasota (cat 3, not as nice as the others)Grand Hyatt Incheon
Also worth considering are Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress and the Hyatt Centric Fisherman’s wharf (I’ve stayed at the grand cypress a bit, great choice if you are in Orlando)Many more great options in Asia (Goa, Siem Reap)As I have two per year I do incorporate them into my vacation planning. Sometimes are used him for a one night stay by you to airport (it was great in Incheon for that purpose).
Apr 11, 2018, 10:50 am
#14
Original Poster
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: TPA
Programs: British, United,SW, Delta,Iberia,KLM, Qatar, IHG, Hilton, Marriott, Starwood, Radisson, Wyndham,
Posts: 255
I love HR Coconut Pointe. It's a great value, nice hotel, they just put in a new pool complex. Plus they have a ferry to a private-ish island. They have an above-average lounge. And, if you have TSU it's a a really nice suite (1 bedroom + 1 living room).
Late february and into Spring Break time, this is easily $400/nt.
HR Paris Etoile has completely transformed from a dump to a nice hotel. It's in a very convenient location for accessing metro (you can access without going outside). It's outside, and all downhill from Etoile to Arc de Triomphe down to the Champs-Elysees. The base rooms are small, but well designed. And also a very generous lounge.
Mid-June, these rooms are $400+/nt.
Hyatt Olive 8 (Seattle). Very nice, new-ish hotel. Great location in Seattle, walkable to everywhere. No lounge, but a FANTASTIC breakfast for Globalist.
Random day in June is $450+. And once you add in parking, easily $500+
Grand Hyatt Denver. I like the hotel. It's not amazing, but it's got a very solid lounge, and I've had very good success being upgraded. Very good location in downtown Denver.
Random day in July is $300+. It's actually only a Category 3!
Hyatt Regency Chicago. It isn't a great hotel, BUT it is a great location on the river in downtown Chicago. I love staying downtown to go to the Air & Water show (mid-August). Don't have to deal with driving/traffic, just walk to the lake front.
Typically runs $250. Plus parking (normally $70) is free.
Late february and into Spring Break time, this is easily $400/nt.
HR Paris Etoile has completely transformed from a dump to a nice hotel. It's in a very convenient location for accessing metro (you can access without going outside). It's outside, and all downhill from Etoile to Arc de Triomphe down to the Champs-Elysees. The base rooms are small, but well designed. And also a very generous lounge.
Mid-June, these rooms are $400+/nt.
Hyatt Olive 8 (Seattle). Very nice, new-ish hotel. Great location in Seattle, walkable to everywhere. No lounge, but a FANTASTIC breakfast for Globalist.
Random day in June is $450+. And once you add in parking, easily $500+
Grand Hyatt Denver. I like the hotel. It's not amazing, but it's got a very solid lounge, and I've had very good success being upgraded. Very good location in downtown Denver.
Random day in July is $300+. It's actually only a Category 3!
Hyatt Regency Chicago. It isn't a great hotel, BUT it is a great location on the river in downtown Chicago. I love staying downtown to go to the Air & Water show (mid-August). Don't have to deal with driving/traffic, just walk to the lake front.
Typically runs $250. Plus parking (normally $70) is free.
Apr 11, 2018, 10:51 am
#15
Original Poster
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: TPA
Programs: British, United,SW, Delta,Iberia,KLM, Qatar, IHG, Hilton, Marriott, Starwood, Radisson, Wyndham,
Posts: 255
The New Orleans properties can be excellent values, with rates above $400/night and very high parking rates if you need to park. Hyatt Centric is in the best possible location....
The Austin H.R. is also a gorgeous hotel is a great location where rates can be quite high. If you are a Globalist or even Explorist, HR Austin offers very nice upgrades.
The Austin H.R. is also a gorgeous hotel is a great location where rates can be quite high. If you are a Globalist or even Explorist, HR Austin offers very nice upgrades.